3 Acorn squash (3/4-1 lb. each)
5 oz. bulk turkey sausage
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 med. bell pepper, chopped
1 clove gablrlic, minced
1 Tbl chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
2 cups cherry tomatoes, chopped
1-15 oz can black beans, rinsed & drained
1/2 tsp salt
dashes hot suace to taste
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1. Preheat oven to 375*F
2. Prepare squash by cutting in half and scraping out seeds/pulp. Spray cookie sheet. Place squash halves cut side down on cookie sheet & bake about 45 min. until tender.
3. Meanwhile spray skillet and heat over med. heat. Brown sausage, breaking up into small pieces- about 3-5 min. Add onion and pepper- cook about 3-5 min. Stir in garlic and seasoning- cook about 30 sec. Stir in tomatoes, beans, salt, and hot sauce. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer about 10-12 min.
4. When done remove squash from oven & turn heat down to 325*F. Fill squash cavities with meat/bean mixture. Top with cheese and return to oven until cheese is melted. Makes 6 servings.
